Dinas Powis Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Dinas Powis’ crime profile in April 2023, accounting for 32.4% of all reported crimes. This category, with 11 incidents, remained 50% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a reflection of the area’s generally low crime environment. The second most common category was public order offences, at 8 incidents (23.5% of total crimes), which stood 56% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be linked to the built-up nature of the area, where community interactions and public spaces could contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, though less frequent than violence, saw a dramatic 250% increase from March, influenced by the Easter holiday period and increased outdoor activity typical of spring. The overall crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents placed Dinas Powis 45.3% below the UK average, a trend consistent with its status as a small, low-density area within the Vale of Glamorgan. Seasonal factors, such as the transition into warmer weather and the Easter holidays, likely played a role in shaping these patterns, with increased foot traffic and social gatherings contributing to public order and anti-social behaviour incidents. However, property crimes remained minimal, with only 7 incidents (20.6% of total crimes) and other thefts, vehicle crime, and criminal damage all significantly below UK averages. This suggests that while the area faces challenges in managing certain types of crime, its overall safety profile remains markedly better than the national average.

April 2023 marked a sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, surging by 250% compared to March, with cases increasing from 2 to 7. This jump was accompanied by a 100% rise in public order offences, reflecting heightened community tensions or disruptions during the Easter period. Conversely, shoplifting and criminal damage and arson both fell by 50%, possibly linked to seasonal shifts in retail activity or increased policing during spring. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, at 11 incidents (32.4% of total crimes), significantly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Public order offences, however, exceeded the UK average by 56%, indicating a localised challenge that may relate to the area’s built-up character and seasonal outdoor activity. These contrasts highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in managing anti-social behaviour during peak times.

April 2023 saw a 30.9% increase in Dinas Powis’ crime rate compared to March, rising from 3.1 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This shift places the area’s rate 45.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a consistent trend reflecting broader regional safety patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the month, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 243 residents. This low frequency contrasts with the UK’s higher overall rate but aligns with Dinas Powis’ status as a relatively small, low-density built-up area. The population context further highlights the disparity: with 8,268 residents, the area’s crime volume remains modest, suggesting that localised factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may play a role in maintaining lower rates despite the month-on-month rise. This monthly aggregate underscores that while the rate increased, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable for the population size.